Articles by Danielle Wightman-Stone
Danielle is a journalist based in London with over a decade of experience at FashionUnited, where she has been an editor since 2011. Her expertise lies in exploring the dynamic intersections of fashion, beauty, sports, and technology. Passionate about spotlighting emerging talent, Danielle also covers daily news, from launches to acquisitions, personnel changes and store openings, across the UK, US, and Canada.
ATP is launching a global shopping destination for tennis fans
The ATP, the global governing body of men's professional tennis, is launching an online shopping destination this month, which aims to offer fans “all things tennis”. The e-commerce store is being launched in partnership with Levy Merchandising, known for delivering bespoke retail solutions across sports, entertainment, and venues, which was...
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Sporty & Rich CEO and managing director exits
David Obadia, global chief executive and managing director of lifestyle and activewear brand Sporty & Rich, has announced his departure after seven years with the company to “pursue new projects”. Since joining the company in 2018, Obadia has been responsible for overseeing design, collection development and production, as well as distribution,...
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Zanieri takes control of Everlert and plots international expansion
Italian luxury apparel and knitwear company Zanieri, known for its menswear cashmere and wool products, has acquired control of Everlert, Inc. (EVLI), a diversified holding and strategic advisory firm that focuses on identifying, acquiring, and enhancing growth-oriented businesses with long-term value potential. In a statement, Zanieri said the...
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Fabletics unveils first-ever athlete-curated collection with Ja’marr Chase
American activewear brand Fabletics, known for its subscription model featuring more than 2 million members, has launched its inaugural collection with American football star and Cincinnati’s wide receiver, Ja’Marr Chase, who became the brand’s first professional athlete ambassador in September 2025. Chase, who was sponsored by Nike, has been...
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Fanatics names first general manager for Australia and New Zealand
Global sports platform and leading provider of licensed sports merchandise, Fanatics, has appointed Sarah Flynn as the company’s first general manager for Australia and New Zealand. In a statement, Fanatics said the appointment marked a “significant milestone” in the company’s continued expansion across one of its fastest-growing international...
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Emello founder discusses building a brand “built on intention”
New British luxury womenswear brand Emello is looking to take a slice of the competitive loungewear market with its elevated take on the category, with a focus on timeless silhouettes crafted for “modern women designed by women”. Founded this year by Victoria Price, alongside co-chief executive and buying director Ashley McPherson, Emello is...
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Pantone: How they choose Colour of the Year
Global colour authority Pantone has chosen a ‘Colour of the Year’ since 2000, when it opted for ‘Cerulean Blue,’ a serene colour for the millennium, and since then it has selected pink, red, orange, green, purple, blue, yellow, grey, and brown hues, and this year sees the very first white, ‘Cloud Dancer’. What started out as an educational...
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5 stylish designer Christmas trees in London
This holiday season, fashion brands and designers aren’t just content with taking over the windows at luxury department stores but instead dressing Christmas trees for luxury hotels across London. Claridge’s unveiled a 16-foot tree decorated with bows designed by Burberry’s Daniel Lee, while The Londoner embraced the ethereal aesthetic of Susan...
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Stple founder Hannah Dawson on redefining modern luxury ready-to-wear
There’s a new name on the British fashion scene, Stple, which is entering the market with a mission “to deliver elevated pieces that feel effortless yet intentional” by blending bold minimalism with wearable sophistication. Founded by Hannah Dawson, Stple aims to fill a gap for elevated basics that feel both luxury-driven and versatile for day...
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Fédération Libanaise de la Mode joins forces with ABC Lebanon
The Fédération Libanaise de la Mode (FLM), Lebanon's official fashion organisation, has announced a long-term strategic partnership with retail group ABC Lebanon to “elevate” the country's fashion industry. In a statement, FLM said the move would enable the organisation to accelerate Lebanon’s fashion industry by championing Lebanese designers...
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